Executive Assistant

Are you a highly organisedindividual with strong initiative? Do you love working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with senior stakeholders? Then this is the role for you. Currently we are seeking an experienced full time Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to our executive team. The successful applicant shall provide a confidential secretarial and administrative support service to the Office of the Chief Executive, including the SMHS Board. The role supports the Executive team meetings, manages Executive and Board diary and appointments and functions, and supports the broader administrative functions of the Chief Executive's office. It is a dynamic role working with senior stakeholders in a supportive and flexible team environment. This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and / or permanency. There is one Permanent Full Time position available for immediate appointment. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill one permanent full time vacancy, suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur across the organisation. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31 / 12 / 2026. This is where jobs become careers, passion finds its purpose, and your voice finds its place. Are you ready to dive headfirst into the community taking excellent health care where it's needed? Then South Metropolitan Health Service is the perfect place to start SMHS delivers quality, safe and effective hospital and health services within a catchment area stretching more square kilometres across the southern half of Perth. Our vision is Excellent health care, every time. You can read more about SMHS in our Strategic Plan here. Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family / carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce. Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Anna Wood, Director – Office of the CE on If you are ready to partner with us see the application instructions below : Application Requirements A copy of your current CV and a Cover Letter A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. If you experienced difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours. Employee Benefits Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave / assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Other professional and location-based allowances For further information click here. Eligibility To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity check as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. Application Closing Lodgement is system-generated. Any submissions on or after 4 : 00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. Late email applications will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr